career objective                              

results-driven fire safety specialist eager to contribute exceptional leadership skills and depth of technical knowledge toward actively supporting the employer in increasing safety

profile                                                

ø  offer 20 years of experience as a professional firefighter, with expertise in emergency response, inspections, strategic planning, safety education, and public relations

ø  create and review fire prevention procedures and fire exit plans for clients, develop and facilitate fire prevention programs and safety training initiatives, and supervise staff in the safe execution of daily duties

ø  examine buildings to locate hazardous conditions, potential dangers, and fire code violations such as accumulations of combustible / hazardous material, electrical problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire exits

ø  inspect and test fire protection and detection systems to verify proper installation and functionality; coordinate the installation, repair, or replacement of fire alarm and sprinkler systems

ø  review blueprints and plans for new construction and building renovations to ensure structures meet fire safety codes; explain fire code requirements and fire prevention techniques to architects, contractors, attorneys, engineers, developers, fire service personnel, and the general public

ø  identify necessary corrective actions to bring properties into compliance with applicable fire codes, ordinances, laws, regulations, and standards, and explain these measures to property owners and representatives

ø  prepare detailed reports of fire inspections performed, fire code violations observed, and corrective recommendations offered; proactively follow-up on findings and continued compliance

ø  dynamic communication, presentation, and relationship management skills

ø  sharp technical proficiencies including strong hands-on experience with mac computers and operating systems

professional experience                

prince george s county fire / ems department                                                                                            1989 c 2009

firefighter iii

• successfully responded to more than 26,000 emergencies and served in various capacities throughout tenure with prince george s county fire / ems department
• gained extensive experience as a member of 2-4 person teams at busy unsupervised shift stations; applied depth of knowledge and versatility towards assuming numerous concurrent roles and maintaining a high level of responsibility
• accurately and efficiently responded to fire alarms, utilized various tools and equipment to extinguish fires and rescue victims, and provided emergency medical services and medical assistance as necessary
• conducted thorough inspections of buildings and premises to identify potential hazards and prepare evacuation / safety plans
• served as a representative of the department and interacted with the public in a broad range of situations from crisis response to educational environments

education                                           

howard university, washington, dc

studies in chemistry and chemical engineering

 

university of south florida, tampa, fl
studies in chemistry and chemical engineering

 

~ proboard fire service professional certifications ~

fire instructor i, ii, and iii ~ firefighter i, ii, and iii ~ fire inspector i and ii ~ vehicle and machinery rescue technician

 

 

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity at the genius bar and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my qualifications include more than 20 years as a professional firefighter, during which time i provided exceptional customer service in high-pressure environments and worked as an integral member of a team dedicated to increasing public safety, providing education and training, and resolving emergency situations.  i completed substantive professional training and hold numerous certifications, including proboard fire instructor designation enabling me to serve as an educator for diverse populations.  my personal experience includes a lifelong fascination with the inner workings of computers and a deep love for mac computers, operating systems, and applications.  i currently own a macbook, a macbook pro, and a mac mini c and i ve added memory to all of them. 

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to the apple store, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity as a fire inspector / instructor and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my qualifications include more than 20 years as a professional firefighter, during which time i provided exceptional customer service in high-pressure environments and worked as an integral member of a team dedicated to increasing public safety, providing education and training, and resolving emergency situations.  i completed substantive professional training and hold numerous certifications, including proboard fire instructor and fire inspector designations.  i excel at performing a broad range of functions c from performing inspections to developing and implementing safety plans to planning and conducting training programs.  my unique blend of strong technical and communication skills has consistently proven instrumental in my success at identifying and addressing a diverse scope of issues. 

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

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